Experience the Magic of Koganei Park After Dark: Flower and Light Movement

Get ready to be enchanted! Koganei Park is transforming into a nocturnal wonderland this autumn with the inaugural Flower and Light Movement: Koganei Park Night Park Wonder. From November 23rd to December 8th, 2024, experience the park’s beauty in a whole new light – literally!

This unique event illuminates a 600m path from the park’s west entrance to the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum front plaza, featuring six dazzling illuminated installations. Unlike previous light displays in the park, this event weaves together light art, historical narratives, and interactive workshops to create a truly immersive experience.

What Awaits You:

Stroll Down a Golden Runway: Forget red carpets – imagine a shimmering, 15m-long "golden runway" crafted from art flowers, leading you towards the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum. Overhead, a 3.5m high ginkgo arch, also made of art flowers and adorned with glowing pampas grass and autumn blooms, completes this breathtaking autumnal scene. This unique installation replaces the typical autumn foliage with a vibrant, artistic interpretation.

Meet Koganei Kojiro in Nebuta Form: Discover the story of "Koganei Kojiro," a local folk hero, brought to life through a dynamic Nebuta display by award-winning artist Shun’ichi Kitamura. This original Nebuta, enhanced by a backdrop of art flowers, depicts key moments from Kojiro’s life, including the well he built for the residents of Miyake Island, a testament to Koganei City’s friendship with Miyake Village. This captivating installation blends history, art, and local lore.

Witness the Future of Cherry Blossoms: The "Sakura-no-Sono" (Cherry Blossom Garden) will glow with a special light installation celebrating the 20+ years of dedication by the "Koganei Park Sakuramori no Kai" volunteer group. Different light patterns illuminate old trees, maturing trees, and saplings, highlighting the continuous cycle of growth and the future of these beloved cherry blossoms.

Bathe in the Illuminated Perennial Garden: The park’s Perennial Garden takes on a new dimension as carefully placed lights highlight the varied heights of pampas grass, perennials, and annuals, creating a vibrant and radiant spectacle.

Ride the Illuminated Carousel: Located at the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum Front Plaza, a hand-cranked carousel, adorned with autumn leaves and lush greenery, evokes a nostalgic charm. Three uniquely designed wooden horses, crafted by different artists, await riders.

Carousel Operating Hours: Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays during the event, 1:30 PM – 8:30 PM (last entry at 7:30 PM). Free for the first 100 visitors who complete a questionnaire (for elementary school students and above).

Admire the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum by Night: The visitor center (former Koukaden), flanked by illuminated olive trees, and the surrounding stone steps and granite will be bathed in light, creating a dramatic interplay of light and shadow. This historical building, originally built in 1940 and relocated to the park in 1941, will stand in elegant contrast to the modern art installations.

Creative Workshops:

Illuminated Artwork Creation Workshop: Join lighting sculptor Tadaharu Kawamura to create your own illuminated artwork using fallen leaves collected from within Koganei Park.

Dates: November 23rd and 24th
Times: 11:00 AM, 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM (numbered tickets distributed 30 minutes prior; each session lasts approximately 90 minutes)
Location: Special tent at the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum Front Plaza
Fee: ¥500 (tax included)
Capacity: 15 people per session

Mini Nebuta Lampshade Creation Workshop: Learn from Nebuta artist Shun’ichi Kitamura and craft your own mini Nebuta lamp.

Dates: December 7th and 8th
Times: 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM (numbered tickets distributed 30 minutes prior; each session lasts approximately 90 minutes)
Location: Special tent at the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum Front Plaza
Fee: ¥2,000 (tax included)
Capacity: 15 people per session

Event Details:

Location: Tokyo Metropolitan Koganei Park (West Entrance, Sakura-no-Sono, Perennial Garden, Area around Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum Front Plaza)
- Nearest Stations: Hanakoganei, Higashi-Koganei, Musashi-Koganei
- Address: 1-13-1, Sekinocho, Koganei City, Tokyo 184-0001
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Dates: November 23rd (Sat/Holiday) – December 8th (Sun), 2024
Illumination Hours: 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Admission: Free
Official Website: https://www.tokyo-park.or.jp/special/flowerandlight/koganei2024autumn/
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Please note that event details are subject to change. Check the official website for the latest information.

What is Koganei Park?

Koganei Park is a large public park located in Koganei City in the western part of Tokyo, Japan. It is known for its expansive grounds and a variety of attractions, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists. The park is famous for its cherry blossoms, attracting visitors during the sakura season in the spring.

Apart from its natural beauty, Koganei Park features a variety of facilities including sports fields, playgrounds, barbecue areas, and walking and cycling paths. The park is also home to the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum, which showcases historical buildings from the Edo to early Showa periods, allowing visitors to experience Japanese architectural heritage.

Koganei Park is suitable for various recreational activities such as picnics, hanami (cherry blossom viewing), jogging, and cycling, making it ideal for family outings and nature enthusiasts.